Deuteronomy 17:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Deuteronomy 17:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Deuteronomy 17:1 is a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Thou shalt not sacrifice unto the LORD thy God any bullock, or sheep, wherein is blemish, or any evilfavouredness: for t..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Deuteronomy 17:1 — KJV
“Thou shalt not sacrifice unto the LORD thy God any bullock, or sheep, wherein is blemish, or any evilfavouredness: for that is an abomination unto the LORD thy God. sheep: or, goat”
— Deuteronomy 17:1 (KJV)
Deuteronomy 17:1 in Context — About the Book of Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is Moses' farewell sermon on the edge of the Promised Land — a passionate retelling of the law for a new generation. Its heartbeat is love: love God with all your heart, soul, and strength. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy more than almost any other book.
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 17:1
“And if there be any blemish therein, as if it be lame, or blind, or have any ill blemish, thou shalt not sacrifice it unto the LORD thy God.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 17:1: shalt, sacrifice, lord
“And whosoever offereth a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the LORD to accomplish his vow, or a freewill offering in beeves or sheep, it shall be perfect to be accepted; there shall be no blemish therein. sheep: or, goats”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 17:1: sacrifice, lord, sheep
“And build an altar unto the LORD thy God upon the top of this rock, in the ordered place, and take the second bullock, and offer a burnt sacrifice with the wood of the grove which thou shalt cut down. rock: Heb. strong place in the ordered...: or, in an orderly manner”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 17:1: shalt, sacrifice, lord
“Thus saith the Lord GOD; In the first month, in the first day of the month, thou shalt take a young bullock without blemish, and cleanse the sanctuary:”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 17:1: shalt, lord, god
“All the firstling males that come of thy herd and of thy flock thou shalt sanctify unto the LORD thy God: thou shalt do no work with the firstling of thy bullock, nor shear the firstling of thy sheep.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 17:1: shalt, lord, god
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